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Balancing Sovereignty and Openness: Regulating Foreign Influence without Stifling Growth

Balancing Sovereignty and Openness: Regulating Foreign Influence without Stifling Growth

No man is an island, Entire of itself; Every man is a piece of the continent, A part of the main.”The European poet who wrote those words 400 years ago has become relevant in today’s discussions.No nation is an isolated island, entire of itself.Every country faces foreign

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NRM’s Barata Says Sovereignty Bill Promotes Transparency Without Limiting Investment

NRM’s Barata Says Sovereignty Bill Promotes Transparency Without Limiting Investment

The point of a Sovereignty Bill being before Parliament is for it to be debated and adjusted as long as the ultimate objective and purpose are achievedThe National Resistance Movement (NRM) Director of Legal Affairs, Enoch Barata, has argued that the proposed Protection of Sovereignty Bill

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FABIO Uganda Engages Stake Holders on The Controversial Protection of Sovereignty Bill 2026

FABIO Uganda Engages Stake Holders on The Controversial Protection of Sovereignty Bill 2026

The First African Bicycle Information Organization (FABIO) a non-government organization involved in social transformation activities has engaged stake holders on the Controversial Sovereignty Bill 2026 which was tabled in parliament for the first reading last week and is currently at the committ

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Withholding Tax Exemption Returns to Six Months: What It Means for Businesses

Withholding Tax Exemption Returns to Six Months: What It Means for Businesses

withholding tax exemption allows qualifying businesses to receive income without deductions at source, improve cash flow management, and reduce administrative burden related to tax credits and reconciliations.The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has officially announced the opening of applic

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IGP To Pass Out Private Security Guards Trained In Police’s Training School

IGP To Pass Out Private Security Guards Trained In Police’s Training School

The Inspector General of Police will preside over the pass-out ceremony of newly trained Private Security Guards tomorrow, Wednesday, 22nd April 2026, at the Police Training School in Ollilim, Katakwi District. This event marks an important milestone in strengthening security services in the regi

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Parliament passes VAT Amendment Bill as committee pushes tax relief for SMEs and investors

Parliament passes VAT Amendment Bill as committee pushes tax relief for SMEs and investors

Parliament has passed the Value Added Tax Amendment Bill, 2026, adopting a series of reforms aimed at easing compliance for small businesses, improving tax administration, and attracting investment, following a report presented by Mbale Industrial Division MP Karim Masaba.The House approve

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New A-level reforms to allow students to mix science and arts subjects

New A-level reforms to allow students to mix science and arts subjects

Students sit for their Biology exam, part of the UACE 2024 exams. This year’s results show a significant improvement in student performance in Biology, with several schools excelling in the subject.KAMPALA, Uganda — The government is planning a major overhaul of the A-level curriculum

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MAO PLEADS WITH MPS: Shun The ‘Flag Bearer’ Of Corruption & Vote Me in for a Clean Parliament & To Increase Your Re-election Chances in 2031

MAO PLEADS WITH MPS: Shun The ‘Flag Bearer’ Of Corruption & Vote Me in for a Clean Parliament & To Increase Your Re-election Chances in 2031

Known for not mincing words whenever he is handed the microphone, Laroo-Pece MP-elect Norbert Mao on Tuesday warned that MPs in the 12th parliament risk facing voter backlash in 2031 if they ignore him and instead vote for incumbent Speaker Anita Annet Among (AAA), whom according to him is unfit

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Ibanda Traders Protest One-Month Relocation Notice Under USMID Programme

Ibanda Traders Protest One-Month Relocation Notice Under USMID Programme

Traders in Ibanda Municipality have protested a one-month relocation notice issued under the USMID programme, citing inadequate consultation and uncertainty over alternative trading spaces, while authorities insist preparations and support measures are in place.Traders in Ibanda Municipali

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Landlocked Uganda Beats Europe, East Africa on Fuel Prices

Landlocked Uganda Beats Europe, East Africa on Fuel Prices

Uganda has secured incoming fuel shipments totaling more than 450 million litres, with authorities saying the deliveries will reinforce national reserves and sustain one of the most competitive pump price regimes globally.In a statement released Tuesday, the Ministry of Energy and Mineral

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